Prof. Jeffrey Sachs: UN Security Council's Ceasefire Call = US Isolation

Judging Freedom

Dec 14, 2023•37 min

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#JudgingFreedom welcomes back to the show, Prof. Jeffrey Sachs

The United Nations Security Council's near-unanimous vote last Friday, advocating for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, marks a moment of distinction for the international community and, conversely, a point of reproach for the United States.

The overwhelming majority, casting 13 affirmative votes, 1 negative vote (from the US), and 1 abstention (from the UK), positioned itself firmly in alignment with principles of international law. In stark contrast, the United States, accompanied by its partner in imperial policies, the United Kingdom, found itself isolated in opposition to the collective stance supporting international legal frameworks. This solitary position underscores a divergence from the prevailing sentiment within the Security Council, emphasizing the divergence between the US stance and the broader international commitment to peace and justice.

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